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Bridge the Divide: Explore understanding around gun violence using art and dialogue

We invite you to participate in a meaningful dialogue on Wednesday, May 28, focused on understanding the impact of gun violence on all of us. This important event will be held at the Lewis & Clark Community Counseling Center Art Therapy Gallery and Art Studio in partnership with the Art for Social Change and Vision Quilt exhibit on display through November 2025.

May 15, 2025
Bridge the Divides: Exploring understanding around gun violence using art and dialogue, May 28, 10-11:30am or 1-2:30pm
Bridge the Divides: Exploring understanding around gun violence using art and dialogue

The purpose of this dialogue is to create a space for our community to engage in thoughtful conversation about gun violence and its far-reaching effects. Participants will be invited to reflect on the artwork currently exhibited and share their experiences in ways that foster connection and understanding.

We will be hosting two separate discussion sessions:

  • Morning Session: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Afternoon Session: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Our aim is to facilitate a dialogue that respects individual experiences and promotes emotional well-being, without re-experiencing trauma. We encourage participants to thoughtfully select stories to share that allow them to remain emotionally regulated and fully engaged in the conversation.

Art materials will be available at each table for participants to use as a tool for grounding and regulation throughout the discussion.

This event is exclusively for the Lewis & Clark community. An LC email address is required to sign up.

Light refreshments will be provided.

We believe that coming together as a community to discuss challenging topics is essential for fostering understanding and support. We hope you will consider joining us for this important dialogue.

Space is limited so please get your spot! Sign up here

Art Therapy is located in room 326 of Rogers Hall on the Graduate Campus.
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Chair Cort Dorn-Medeiros

  • Art Therapy
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    Portland OR 97219

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